TACLOBAN CITY – Borongan City has been recognized by the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF) as one of the Top 10 Performing Cities Nationwide in the Total Current Operating Expenditures (TCOE) per capita category for fiscal year 2024.
Mayor Jose Ivan Dayan Agda personally received the award during the BLGF National Recognition Ceremony held on November 5 at the SMX Convention Center Aura in Taguig City. He was joined by OIC-City Treasurer Jorgeth Labro and City Assessor Mansueto Tabinas during the ceremony.
The recognition underscores Borongan’s commitment to fiscal discipline, transparency, and efficient resource management, reflecting its strong governance practices and dedication to delivering quality public services.
In its pursuit of inclusive development, the city government has allocated 28.68% of its annual budget to social services, demonstrating its focus on community welfare and human development.
Among Borongan’s flagship initiatives are Libre Medisina (free medicines), Libre Sakay (free transport), Dukwag Agrikultura (interest- and collateral-free agricultural loans), and Direkta Ayuda (monthly monetary assistance for students, PWDs, and senior citizens).
With this milestone, Borongan City continues to strengthen its reputation as a model of sound financial management in Eastern Visayas, advancing sustainable and people-centered governance.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
